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Program Areas <br />
1 - 24<br />
Aquatics<br />
Safe Swim Defense Practice:<br />
Scoutmasters must review the Safe Swim Defense plan with the Aquatics<br />
Director. After the leader has their orientation, troops may practice their<br />
Safe Swim Defense skills at the designated areas.<br />
Open Sailing, Rowing, Canoeing, Kayaking: Open boating times will be<br />
available throughout the week.<br />
Swimming Instruction:<br />
Staff members will provide instruction for those who need to sharpen their swimming skills.<br />
Polar Bear Swim:<br />
For early risers, a quick dip before reveille, supervised by our Aquatics Staff, Monday<br />
through Friday, at the waterfront 6:30 am sharp.<br />
Windsurfing:<br />
Those of you with a great sense of balance and wanting some super fun can try their hands<br />
at Windsurfing at the Trip Center at Sabattis.<br />
Handicraft<br />
Leathercraft:<br />
With instruction you can create a leather project to be proud of.<br />
Basketry:<br />
With some assistance from our Handicraft Staff you will successfully make a basket to take<br />
home with you.<br />
Woodcarving:<br />
With the assistance of our staff you can find a piece of wood and carve anything you want<br />
out of it. Tote N’ Chip is a must for this badge.<br />
Nature, Ecology, and Conservation<br />
Nature Hikes and Demonstrations:<br />
Trained Staff will lead your troop to an area best suited for the topic at hand. Topics<br />
include, but are not limited to, edible plants, tree identification, beaver and beaver house,<br />
bog environment and general nature. Lengths of these hikes vary so ask your counselor.<br />
Fishing:<br />
Try the lakes and ponds of the Adirondacks for plentiful pan fish and Largemouth Bass.<br />
Adirondack Wildlife:<br />
At camp you will experience wild life at its finest, from deer, bear, raccoon, and beavers just<br />
to name a few.<br />
Shooting Sports<br />
Troop Archery, Rifle, and Shotgun:<br />
Troops may reserve the ranges to try their hand at Archery and Rifle<br />
Shooting. Expert staff instruction will be provided. Note: you must be 12<br />
years old to participate in the Rifle Program and 13 for the shotgun.<br />
Archery and Rifle Competition:<br />
Weekly contests are held to determine who the best shooters in camp are.
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